Legal Officer / Paralegal

Melco Resorts & Entertainment; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 210,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

Melco Resorts & Entertainment in Hong Kong is seeking a Legal Officer / Paralegal to support the Legal Department with diverse tasks across governance, administration, and compliance. You will draft documents, manage trademark matters, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.

The role requires 2–5 years of relevant experience, a law degree, and strong Cantonese, English, and Mandarin skills.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role within a sizable organization; multinational company experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and team members in the Legal Department, contributing to a wide range of legal, corporate governance, and administrative matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, forms, and related correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
• Manage internal and external coordination of trademark matters across various jurisdictions.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and provide initial assessments on assigned issues.
• Maintain an organized system for managing, tracking, and retaining legal documents and records.
• Review, update, and manage contract registers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to company policies and legal standards.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and assignments as needed to support departmental and business priorities.

Skills

Legal drafting

Multilingual communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and team members in the Legal Department, contributing to a wide range of legal, corporate governance, and administrative matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, forms, and related correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
• Manage internal and external coordination of trademark matters across various jurisdictions.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and provide initial assessments on assigned issues.
• Maintain an organized system for managing, tracking, and retaining legal documents and records.
• Review, update, and manage contract registers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to company policies and legal standards.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and assignments as needed to support departmental and business priorities.

REQ14052 Legal Officer / Paralegal (Open)

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to lawyers and team members in the Legal Department, contributing to a wide range of legal, corporate governance, and administrative matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, forms, and related correspondence with accuracy and professionalism.
• Manage internal and external coordination of trademark matters across various jurisdictions.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and provide initial assessments on assigned issues.
• Maintain an organized system for managing, tracking, and retaining legal documents and records.
• Review, update, and manage contract registers to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure confidentiality and adherence to company policies and legal standards.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and assignments as needed to support departmental and business priorities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role within a sizable organization; experience in multinational companies is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related discipline.
• Experience or knowledge in trademark matters is preferred.
• A mature, proactive, and professional individual with strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.
• Proficiency in MS Office and general IT tools; strong computer skills are highly desirable.
• Job title is negotiable based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.